Substation Designer; Designer II

EPS Engineering Services, a member of the Asplundh federation of companies
, is hiring for a Substation Designer (Designer II), for our Chippewa Falls, WI location!

EPS is a national leader in transmission & distribution engineering, protection & control, power system studies, SCADA/automation, and turnkey project delivery. With engineering teams across the country, we design systems that keep the electric grid reliable and resilient.

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Paid short term and long-term disability
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 401k
• Health Savings Account

Are you ready to start our career with us?

As a Substation Designer II, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality electrical designs for substation and power infrastructure projects. Working alongside engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you’ll contribute to projects from concept through construction—supporting reliable and resilient energy systems across a diverse range of clients and industries.

• Develop detailed electrical designs, including schematics, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and equipment details
• Create substation design packages including plans, sections, elevations, grounding, lighting, and conduit/cable systems
• Prepare Bills of Materials and support equipment selection and specifications
• Perform design calculations (grounding, cable/conduit sizing, lightning protection, lighting, and bus design)
• Translate conceptual designs into construction‑ready drawings and documentation

• Work closely with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines to deliver coordinated design solutions
• Interpret and apply industry codes, standards, and client specifications
• Support site evaluations and incorporate field data into designs
• Communicate clearly with internal teams and clients to ensure alignment and project success

• Review design drawings to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to scope, schedule, and standards
• Execute design revisions based on markups, redlines, and evolving project requirements
• Identify and recommend solutions to design challenges

• Utilize industry‑standard design software (AutoCAD, Micro Station) to develop 2D and 3D deliverables
• Organize and maintain project files, revisions, and documentation in a structured and accessible manner
• Continuously expand knowledge of design tools, standards, and best practices

• Mentor and support junior designers and team members
• Contribute to a collaborative, high‑performance team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Drafting Technology or related field with 4+ years of experience, or
• Associate degree with 6+ years of experience, or
• 8+ years of progressive electrical design experience

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Micro Station
• Strong experience preparing 2D and 3D engineering drawings
• Working knowledge of electrical design principles, substation layouts, and power systems
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Occasional travel (